In the Moment

In the Moment 10x8 acrylic on canvas

Another new summer painting now at Martins Gallery in Bracebridge.

Cool Seat

10x8 wm oil on gallery wrapped stretched canvas

Fresh off the easel...now at Martins Gallery in Bracebridge.  A similar smaller (6x6) painting based on the same reference photo sold last winter at a charity art sale. It was enjoyable to revisit the subject and have a bit more space.

Warm Shoulders SOLD

Warm Shoulders 8x8 w-m oil on gallery-wrapped canvas

Enjoying the sunshine while keeping cool at water's edge...sublime!

Bliss

Bliss 16x20 oil on canvas

Bliss is my attempt to capture that feeling of complete abandon when water lifts and supports us so completely and so effortlessly. 

After several months of being away from my easel, I'm pleased to be back painting some new pieces.  Hopefully, some of my blogging buddies are still checking in on me now and again.

Bliss, along with other new paintings will be on display this summer at Martins Framing and Gallery in Bracebridge.

Daydreamer

Daydreamer 10x 8 acrylic on gessoboard

This is based on a photo of one one my favorite models, but not intended to be a likeness. It was a quiet moment when she appeared to be lost in thought. I wanted to capture that faraway look and my aim was to achieve an expressive and painterly image. Below are some progress shots.

Initial sketch on toned gessoboard

Placed Darks

Mid tones and some lights added

More midtones and finer details added

Refining and trial background

 

New background and Final Touches...Done!

Sunshine

Sunshine 18 x 14 oil on stretched canvas  NFS

This lovely young woman came to interview me for a local magazine. As we chatted, I was captivated by how the sunlight just kissed her cheek and forehead. I asked if I could snap a few photos and perhaps paint her.  She agreed and this was the result.

Summer Solitude

Summer Solitude 8 x 10 acrylic on stretched canvas  SOLD

Sun, sand, and and a bit of quiet solitude. A moment when all the sensual delights of summer are yours alone.This is another in my series of paintings that celebrate the joys of summertime at the cottage.

Seated Nude

Seated Nude 24 x 14 soft pastel on Canson paper  NFS

For a period of time I worked a great deal in pastel. This rather large classic nude was one of the pieces I've kept and it hangs in my studio.

Amber Eyes

Amber Eyes  10 x 8 soft pastel on Canson paper  SOLD

We are finally having some summer-like weather, and it's playing havoc with my daily painting resolution. To disguise my procrastinator's embarassment I'm posting this vibrant little pastel. It sold in one of my gallery shows.

Figurative Study

Figurative Study 20 x 20 oil on stretched canvas  NFS

This was a figurative study done in preparation for a gallery show. As it turned out, I never ended up developing a more finished painting, but decided to keep the study.

Different Girl, Different Earring

Different Girl, Different Earring  10 x 8 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

Done for a fund-raiser, this was a bit of fun after Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring."

Slipper Bath

Slipper Bath 20 x 16 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

I love doing these paintings of classic nudes that evoke an earlier time. Fortunately, my wonderful model can adopt a marvelous vintage look. 

Red Settee

Red Settee 10 x 12 oil on stretched canvas SOLD

This small figurative painting features a vintage settee which seems to fit the model's circa-1920's look.

Morning Read

Morning Read 14 x 18 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

What a joy it is to snuggle in bed with a good book -- even in the daytime! One of life's small luxuries, I think.

Golden Moment

Golden Moment 16 x 12 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

As the sun moves low in the sky, we have the golden hours of the day. And so this painting -- golden light, golden hair, golden dogs -- altogether a golden moment.

Lyn

Lyn 20 x 16 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

This is a portrait commission done in oil. With her striking hair and warm skintones, she made a vibrant subject. I particularly liked the way the sunlight caressed the side of her face.

Black Lace

Black Lace 24 x 18 oil on stretched canvas  SOLD

This is one of several figurative paintings I've done that feature this model. I liked the quiet serenity in her expression, and I enjoyed painting both the lace and the sheen on the satin gown.